BARRIE, ON (December 16, 2013) – Laurentian University President and Vice-Chancellor Dominic Giroux and the University’s Board of Governors applaud the appointment of Barrie lawyer Rose Adams as the newest board member.
“We are delighted with the appointment and welcome Rose with the greatest enthusiasm,” said President Giroux. “She is a candidate of exceptional calibre and we know she will bring a unique energy and passion to the role of governor.”
Adams runs her own law practise in Barrie with a focus on family law and real estate. She began her legal studies at Osgoode Hall in 1991, after graduating from Georgian College. She was a recipient of the Ontario Premier’s Award of Excellence in 2003. Adams has volunteered her time and energy to numerous community organizations, including Out of the Cold,the Simcoe Literacy Network, and Big Brothers, and is currently active in Rotary. Adams is also known as an effective motivational speaker with an inspiring story.
Ms Adams’ spouse, Marc Fortin is an alumus of Laurentian University and a native of Sudbury.
“The Board is excited to have Rose as a colleague and a partner in the work ahead,” said Board Chair Michael Atkins. “As we continue to develop plans for our campus in Barrie, we will be very well-served by the vision and dedication Rose brings to our board.”
Laurentian has committed $14M toward the development of a central, stand-alone campus in Barrie, to deliver expanded university studies in the Simcoe and GTA regions. The City of Barrie has pledged a matching amount.
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